About The Teacher

NAME: Ms. Christina Macaya

SCHOOL: Liberty Middle School

CLASS: 112 Community of Learners

SCHOOL PHONE: 833-5850 ext 78136


About The Teacher

Hello!  Welcome to Liberty Middle School! I'm looking forward to a great year
of learning and FUN!
 Let me tell you a bit about myself.  I have been teaching 5th and 6th in the
Camas School District for 15 years. Teaching in public schools is really my
third professional career. I worked for United Airlines for 15 years as a
flight attendant and supervisor and then changed careers and was a Montessori
teacher for 6 years. I consider myself a life long learner who isn't afraid to
try something new. I earned my K-8 teaching credential from Pacific University
and my Master Degree in Education from University of Portland.  In 2004 I
became a National Board Certified Teacher. I am married and the mother of four
grown children.My husband and I share five acres in Fern Prairie with our dog,
Kennedy. For fun we enjoy traveling, relaxing with family and friends, and
sailing.

What is the Collaborative Classroom Model?

Core objectives:
                * To nurture the worth of each individual
                * To promote cooperation through mutual respect
                * To develop a sense of community
                * To develop a process for learning
                * To recognize individual and group effort and achievement
                * To emphasize that school is a place to learn
                * To teach personal responsibility in choice making